Rubio also contributed the play of the night, with his assist to Kevin Martin that nabbed him his latest appearance on Pass of the Night.

Mid-way through the 1st quarter, the Blazers, in the form of Nic Batum, controlled the ball. Batum looked to make a post entry pass into Wes Matthews on the left block, however, Ricky Rubio read the play and snuck around Matthews, poking the ball away. Looking to start the fast break immediately, Rubio started dribbling and got his head up to see Kevin Martin leaking out ahead of the pack.

Unfortunately, Batum was in the way. But Rubio has magical powers, and spotted an opening – right between Batum’s legs. Rubio threaded the bounce pass perfectly through Batum’s legs, giving Martin an easy bucket.

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